Ever notice how our journey toward our goals may not be as easy as expected. Even so, the twist and turns we face are what make it worthwhile. Some of the greatest successes are by people who dared to fail. They just NEVER gave up! Thomas Edison’s teacher told him he was “too stupid to learn anything.” He was fired from his first two jobs for being “non-productive.” As an inventory, Edison made over 1,000 unsuccessful attempts at creating the light bulb. When a reporter asked, “How did it … [Read more...]
What Contributes Most To A Successful Life – The 8 P’s Or Self-Discipline And Determination?
I have teenage boys. I want to share some fundamental principles that can help them make smart choices of how to live their life. The 8 P’s In the last year I have had them memorize the 8 P’s – 8 basic values to help make smart choices in living. Here they are: Passion Love whatever you do. If you love what you do, it will never feel like work. Proficiency Do the very best you are capable of doing and always make the effort to improve. Profit … [Read more...]